Ciclismo Classico Announces Three New International Bicycling
Tours For The 2008-09 Season: Chile/Argentina, New Zealand and
Vietnam
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on: June 25, 2008, 9:28 am
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Release Author: Janet Prensky
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Release Summary: Ciclismo Classico, one of the country's leading
bicycle vacation companies, expands its trip destinations beyond
Europe -- now offering biking vacations in Vietnam, New Zealand
and Chile/Argentina.
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Release Body: Arlington, MA – In an effort to expand beyond
Europe and to uphold its mission to discover the best bicycling
routes in the world, Ciclismo Classico, one of
the country’s premier bicycle tour companies, has added
three new regions to explore, giving travelers the opportunity
to cycle during the fall and winter from October – March.
For its 2008-2009 season, Ciclismo Classico has
added Chile & Argentina, New Zealand and Vietnam.
“When
we started 20 years ago, our focus was on Italy,” says
Ciclismo founder and cycling enthusiast Lauren Hefferon.
“Over the years we added France, Spain, New England
and many others continuing our goal of offering an array of safe,
healthy, fun vacations that span Europe and immerse our riders
in the culture and cuisine of the country they’re visiting.
Now, with the addition of three new continents to our trip menu,
new and returning cyclists will experience touring the Ciclismo
Classico way in places where the lands are ripe with
discovery and the dollar goes a bit farther.”
The
company, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, has put together
these three new tours, all of which include local guides, a fully-outfitted
bicycle rental, accommodations and meals, cultural excursions,
travel planning and more:
Chile
and Argentina - debuts October 25, 2008
Ciclismo’s South American tour is the only
one of its kind and offers the option of an 8-day base trip or
a 10-day extended trip. Riders will cycle nearly 200 miles of
scenic mountain routes with the snow-capped Andes nearby. Along
the way, you’ll get the chance to ride by the Seven
Lakes, visit five national parks, take a hike to Petrohue
Falls, stop at the Curarrehue Museum and
soak in the Huife hot springs. The additional
two days will feature a trip to Santiago and the Colchagua
Valley, an exclusive discussion about Chilean
wines with a local sommelier, three private winery visits,
and a horse-drawn carriage ride through the Vina Viu Manent’s
vineyard. The 8-day trip starts at $3.795/person. The
two night post-trip extension is an additional $1,195.
New
Zealand - debuts November 16, 2008
This itinerary offers the choice between the base 10-day trip
and an extended 14-day stay. The nearly 300-mile journey on the
South Island starts in Christchurch and continues
along New Zealand’s west coast and through the Southern
Alps. During the bike tour, guests will ride the TranzAlpine
Train, one of the world’s greatest scenic railway
journeys. In addition to great biking, guests will witness a jade
carving demonstration, hike to the base of the Fox Glacier
in Westland National Park, go sea kayaking, and even
visit a sheep farm. The extended package includes an overnight
cruise on Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound, the
opportunity to ride an additional 100+ miles, a stay in Te
Anau, a ride to the shores of Lake Wakatipu,
and a steamship ride to Queenstown. The 10-day
trip starts at $3,995/person. The optional four night post-trip
extension is an additional $1,895.
Vietnam
– debuts October 25, 2008
This 11-day ride from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)
features more than 200 miles of scenic and cultural cycling including
riverside riding, coastal explorations, mountain passes, rolling
hills and small villages. Riders will get the chance to see a
traditional water puppet performance in Hanoi, experience a garden
and tea stop while cycling through Hue and boat to the Coral
Islands off Nha Trang. The itinerary also features exclusive
visits to the homes of four Vietnamese experts, a boat cruise
on the Perfume River and a ride to the famous Cu Chi tunnels.
Guests also have the option to extend this trip for four days
for a visit to Angkor Wat, Cambodia, where they
will explore the city of Angkor Thom, visit the
famous temple complex and a local Cambodian orphanage. The 11-day
trip starts at $3,995/person, and the three night post-trip extension
is an additional $1,275.
These
tours are designed for small groups of between 14 and 18 guests,
so space is very limited. A $500 deposit is required to make a
reservation. For more information on any of these trips or for
other Ciclismo Classico excursions throughout
Europe and New England, please visit www.ciclismoclassico.com.
Ciclismo
Classico has been recognized by several publications
for its outstanding trip itineraries. In 2004 and 2007, Outside
Magazine awarded Ciclismo the “Trip of the Year”
for Western Europe, and Men’s Journal named the Southern
Italy: Sea to Sea trip as one of the “Top 100 Trips
on the Planet.” Ciclismo has also
been covered by the Denver Post, Bicycling, Business Week and
Marin Magazine, among others.
About
Ciclismo Classico
As a specialized boutique bicycle tour operator since 1988, Ciclismo
Classico provides the most authentic, unique and exciting
vacations in the adventure travel industry. Their well-crafted,
award-winning educational trips in Europe, South America, New
Zealand, Asia and New England are active immersions into local
art, language, music, folklore and, delicious cuisine. By combining
legendary service and rare cultural experiences, the Ciclismo
travel experience continues to energize and transform each and
every guest. For more information about Ciclismo Classico,
visit www.ciclismoclassico.com
Web
Site: http://www.ciclismoclassico.com
Contact
Details: Janet Prensky
Aigner Prensky Marketing Group
214 Lincoln Street
Allston MA
617 254-9500
617 254-3700 (fax)
jprensky@aignerprenskymarketing.com
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